Author: sfalexi
Date: 2017-04-29 19:03
I see you ordered a synthetic reed already. If it's a legere, remember that they do offer a onetime exchange of strength with the receipt. So if you ordered and it feels a little light or a little strong, you can send it back (check legere's website on how to do it) and you can exchange for one a little stronger or lighter as need be (if needed)
In general though, I personally (just my opinion) recommend AGAINST starting clarinet on a plastic reed. I think you should develop on cane. I think there's something to be said to learning how to adjust to different reeds in a box that are all slightly different, and dealing with good 'ol cane issues. I think it helps (without even trying) develop the ability to adapt to different reeds and environments that make reeds seem harder, softer, etc.
I COMPLETELY support legere reeds for intermediate and on up, after they've developed a good embouchure with the flexibility to adapt, and now they can just put a plastic reed on that they'll quickly adapt to, and they can focus on the music and technique.
Alexi
PS - Not intending to start a war on reeds or theories, and I know you got a plastic reed already, go for it and use it, but I think there's something to be said to learning and developing on cane reeds until you have a stable embouchure and stable preferred reed strength.
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